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Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Cost of living · 2024 · Europe · Rent +6.4% vs 2023

1-Bed Rent BGN 800 per month
3-Bed Rent BGN 1,400 per month
Groceries BGN 600 per month
Transport Pass BGN 45 per month
Utilities BGN 150 per month
Restaurant Meal BGN 8 per person

Rent trend in Plovdiv (2022–2026)

Cost breakdown in Plovdiv (2024)

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Estimated monthly budget in Plovdiv

Based on 2024 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.

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Single person
BGN 1,659
🏠 Rent BGN 800
🛒 Groceries BGN 600
🚌 Transport BGN 45
💡 Utilities BGN 150
🍽️ Dining out BGN 64
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Family (3–4 people)
BGN 3,281
🏠 Rent 3-bed BGN 1,400
🛒 Groceries BGN 1,500
🚌 Transport ×2 BGN 90
💡 Utilities BGN 195
🍽️ Dining out BGN 96

Cost comparison — cities in Bulgaria (2024)

City 1-Bed Rent Groceries Transport Utilities vs Plovdiv
Plovdiv BGN 800 BGN 600 BGN 45 BGN 150
Sofia BGN 1,200 BGN 800 BGN 60 BGN 180 +50%
Varna BGN 1,000 BGN 650 BGN 45 BGN 160 +25%

Other Europe cities (2024)

Frequently asked questions

What is the cost of living in Plovdiv in 2024?

In 2024, a single person living in Plovdiv needs approximately BGN 1,659/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around BGN 3,281/month. Plovdiv is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

How much is rent in Plovdiv in 2024?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Plovdiv costs approximately BGN 800/month in 2024. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around BGN 1,400/month. Rent has changed +6.4% vs 2023.

How much do groceries cost in Plovdiv?

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Plovdiv are approximately BGN 600 in 2024. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

What does public transport cost in Plovdiv?

A monthly public transport pass in Plovdiv costs BGN 45 in 2024, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

How much are utilities in Plovdiv?

Monthly utility costs in Plovdiv average BGN 150 in 2024, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Is Plovdiv expensive to live in?

Plovdiv is located in Bulgaria (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of BGN 800/month and total single-person expenses around BGN 1,659/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

How much does eating out cost in Plovdiv?

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Plovdiv costs approximately BGN 8 in 2024. Budget around BGN 64/month if dining out a few times a week.

How have living costs in Plovdiv changed over time?

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Plovdiv from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 25.3% over this period (from BGN 704 in 2022 to BGN 882 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

What is the monthly budget needed to live comfortably in Plovdiv?

To live comfortably in Plovdiv in 2024, a single person needs approximately BGN 1,659/month. This covers rent (BGN 800), groceries (BGN 600), transport (BGN 45), utilities (BGN 150) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around BGN 3,281/month.

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